Canal Point

About Canal Point

Canal Point is a student accommodation in Edinburgh that offers a variety of en-suite rooms and studio rooms. Each en-suite room features a small double or standard double bed, desk space and storage, and an en-suite bathroom. It also features a spacious lounge and an equipped kitchen. Each studio features a double bed, a kitchenette, and an en-suite private bathroom.

Features

Canal Point, the Edinburgh student accommodation, features various amenities you can enjoy in addition to your en-suite or studio room’s facilities. These include high-speed Wi-Fi for a seamless browsing and streaming experience throughout your stay, on-site laundry services to ensure your clothes are clean and tidy, and common rooms to socialise and interact with peers.

The property also features dedicated study rooms for quiet study sessions, 24/7 security for your safety and peace of mind, and secure bike storage so you can safely store your bicycle. Bills cover water, gas, and electricity.

Edinburgh is the hilly capital of Scotland, where you’ll see the historic Edinburgh Castle overlooking the Old Town’s narrow streets, alongside the wide, elegant avenues of the New Town. It is a major cultural centre, known worldwide for its massive summer arts festivals like the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. It has beautiful green spaces like Holyrood Park.

The city is also a top destination for students. The University of Edinburgh is currently ranked 34th in the 2026 QS World University Rankings and is highly respected for its research and history. It is particularly famous for courses in medicine, law, and informatics. 

Other great options include Heriot-Watt University, which excels in engineering and business, and Edinburgh Napier University, which is well-regarded for its modern approach to subjects like computer science and journalism.

Places to Visit

During your stay, there are many spots for you to check out, including:

• FLOW Speciality Coffee - One-minute walk

• Yamato - Two-minute walk

• Indaba - Three-minute walk

• Books N’ Cup Cafe - Three-minute walk

• Street of Beijing - Three-minute walk

• The Everest Nepalese & Indian Cuisine - Three-minute walk

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